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In accordance with 14 CFR Part 107, except when within a 400′ radius of a structure, at what maximum altitude can you operate sUAS?
400 feet AGL. (14 CFR Part 107.51 states that the max altitude is 400 above ground level (AGL))
400 feet AGL.
(14 CFR Part 107.51 states that the max altitude is 400 above ground level (AGL))
See lessFlight through a restricted area should not be accomplished unless the pilot has
received prior authorization from the controlling agency. (According to 14 CFR 107.47, flying in restricted areas is only possible with the controlling agency's authorization. More information will be provided on this topic in the airspace section.)
received prior authorization from the controlling agency.
(According to 14 CFR 107.47, flying in restricted areas is only possible with the controlling agency’s authorization. More information will be provided on this topic in the airspace section.)
See lessAccording to 14 CFR Part 107, how may a remote pilot operate an unmanned aircraft in Class C airspace?
The remote pilot must have prior authorization from the Air Traffic Control (ATC) facility having jurisdiction over that airspace. (Operating in controlled airspace is discussed in 14 CFR Part 107.41. The regulation states that approval must be received from ATC. This is currently accomplished eitheRead more
The remote pilot must have prior authorization from the Air Traffic Control (ATC) facility having jurisdiction over that airspace.
(Operating in controlled airspace is discussed in 14 CFR Part 107.41. The regulation states that approval must be received from ATC. This is currently accomplished either via a LAANC request or via the FAA DroneZone website.)
See lessUnder what condition, if any, may pilots fly through a restricted area?
With the controlling agency's authorization. (According to 14 CFR 107.47, flying in restricted areas is only possible with the controlling agency's authorization. More information will be provided on this topic in the airspace section.)
With the controlling agency’s authorization.
(According to 14 CFR 107.47, flying in restricted areas is only possible with the controlling agency’s authorization. More information will be provided on this topic in the airspace section.)
See lessAccording to 14 CFR Part 107, the responsibility to inspect the small UAS to ensure it is in a safe operating condition rests with the
remote pilot-in-command. (14 CFR Part 107.49 states that "prior to flight, the remote pilot in command must: (a) Check local weather conditions, airspace and any flight restrictions, location of persons and property on the surface; and other ground hazards. (b) Ensure that all persons directly partiRead more
remote pilot-in-command.
(14 CFR Part 107.49 states that “prior to flight, the remote pilot in command must: (a) Check local weather conditions, airspace and any flight restrictions, location of persons and property on the surface; and other ground hazards. (b) Ensure that all persons directly participating in the small unmanned aircraft operation are informed about the operating conditions, emergency procedures, contingency procedures, roles and responsibilities, and potential hazards;”)
See lessAccording to 14 CFR Part 107, the remote pilot in command (PIC) of a small unmanned aircraft planning to operate within Class C airspace
is required to receive ATC authorization. (Operating in controlled airspace is discussed in 14 CFR Part 107.41. The regulation states that approval must be received from ATC. This is currently accomplished either via a LAANC request or via the FAA DroneZone website.)
is required to receive ATC authorization.
(Operating in controlled airspace is discussed in 14 CFR Part 107.41. The regulation states that approval must be received from ATC. This is currently accomplished either via a LAANC request or via the FAA DroneZone website.)
See lessWhose sole task during an sUAS operation is to watch the sUAS and report potential hazards to the rest of the crew?
Visual observer. (14 CFR Part 107.33(c) the Visual observer must "coordinate to scan the airspace for any potential collision hazard.")
Visual observer.
(14 CFR Part 107.33(c) the Visual observer must “coordinate to scan the airspace for any potential collision hazard.”)
See lessWhat medical certificates are required to operate under 14 CFR Part 107?
No Medical Certificates are required.
No Medical Certificates are required.
See lessIf two Remote Pilots in Command want to exchange control in flight, they must
maintain line of sight throughout the entire process. (According to 107.19, it is possible for two Remote Pilots in Command to transfer the controls as long as they can maintain line of sight (LOS) and without loss of control (LOC).)
maintain line of sight throughout the entire process.
(According to 107.19, it is possible for two Remote Pilots in Command to transfer the controls as long as they can maintain line of sight (LOS) and without loss of control (LOC).)
See lessThe consequences of refusing to submit to an alcohol test or to furnish test results are
Denial of an application for a period of up to 1 year or suspension/revocation of a remote pilot certificate. (According to 107.59, refusing to submit to a test or to furnish test results is grounds for: (a) Denial of an application for a period of up to 1 year; (b) Suspension or revocation of a reRead more
Denial of an application for a period of up to 1 year or suspension/revocation of a remote pilot certificate.
(According to 107.59, refusing to submit to a test or to furnish test results is grounds for: (a) Denial of an application for a period of up to 1 year; (b) Suspension or revocation of a remote pilot certificate.)
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